Wondering what to bring to a dinner party? From someone who loves to host, here are thoughtful, easy gifts that will make you the guest everyone remembers. In Girl World, dinner parties are a big deal. We obsessively plan every detail, we happily spend the […]
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Easy Snacks for Last-Minute Holiday Hosting
A little guide to easy, effortless holiday snacks — because the turkey deserves your attention, and your guests deserve a nibble. Holiday hosting can feel like a juggling act: the turkey’s in the oven, the table is set, and guests are already arriving, chatting, and […]
Chicken Parmesan with Homemade Tomato Sauce
Crispy, cheesy, and saucy, this take on the classic Italian-American dish features a rich homemade sauce and a few easy twists and turns. Comforting for a Tuesday evening, a showstopper at a dinner party, this Chicken Parmesan with fresh tomato sauce does both. Chicken Parmesan […]
Three Easy Snacks for Your Summer Watch Party
Summer evenings, golden hour in the backyard, and an old classic (or perhaps The Summer I Turned Pretty?) queued up – what could make it better? Easy: snacks that match the vibe of your watch party. Forget chips and soda, these three bites are simple, […]
How to Build a Stunning Crudité Platter (That Actually Gets Eaten)
There are appetizers and party tricks, and then there’s the crudité platter: a showstopper masquerading as a pile of raw vegetables. But when done right, it’s less obligatory health corner, more gorgeous centerpiece with a side of pat on the back. Because nothing says “I […]
Host a Spring Girls’ Night In: Dinner Ideas & Movies for the Perfect Night
There’s nothing better than good food, great movies, and your favorite people. Here’s how to host a spring girls’ night in: from great movies to an easy, seasonal menu. Spring makes me think of this John Steinbeck’s quote: “Men do change, and change comes like […]
How to Throw an Improptu Galentine’s Dinner Party
Let’s plan an easy galentine’s dinner party together: tips on an unfussy menu, fun movies that highlight female friendships and cute invitation designs. No one needs an excuse to throw a dinner party, but galentine’s day makes me think, you know what, I do love being […]
A Handy Guide to Hosting your Friends
I love an excuse to have friends over. If I could, I’d host dinner parties every week, but this economy really hampers my entertaining dreams. It’s alright though, creativity thrives under constraints, doesn’t it? So, this is not another pretentious guide to hosting; there are […]
How to Start Entertaining Friends and Family
Everyone talks about how adulting is hard – and I wholeheartedly agree – but people rarely talk about the perks. Like using any excuse to have your friends over for a fun night of silly and deep conversations, board games, and lots of wine. Like […]